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Disciplinary Counsel I

22 days ago

Seattle

Job Description Disciplinary Counsel I Office of Disciplinary Counsel – Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) within Washington State Salary Range: $90,099 to $90,099 + Washington State Employee Benefits and Retirement FLSA: Full-time, Exempt Deadline to apply: 12/7/2025 The WSBA's mission is to serve the public and the members of the Bar, to ensure the integrity of the legal profession, and to champion justice. Purpose and Position Summary: Disciplinary Counsel exercise authority delegated by the Washington Supreme Court to act as counsel on all matters under the Washington Supreme Court’s Rules for Enforcement of Lawyer Conduct (ELC). Disciplinary Counsel are responsible for the efficient and effective conduct of investigations, prosecutions, and appeals related to lawyer misconduct or incapacity. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities: Investigates Disciplinary Matters: • Investigates and analyzes grievances alleging ethical misconduct by lawyers in accordance with the ELC and Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) procedure., • Promptly and accurately determines the best means to protect the public from harmful and unprofessional conduct by lawyers, and protect respondent lawyers from unfounded allegations, all in service of maintaining the integrity of the profession., • May require lawyers to provide written responses, records, files and accounts, appear for interviews or depositions, and seek suspension of lawyers who fail to cooperate with investigations., • Directs the work of investigators, paralegals, administrative assistants, and auditors who have been assigned to assist their investigations, and are responsible for ensuring that the conduct of these persons is compatible with Disciplinary Counsel’s professional obligations under the Supreme Court’s Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC) and the ELC, including the obligation of strict confidentiality., • Conducts trial-like hearings of public disciplinary cases., • Drafts pleadings, motions, discovery requests, briefs, and responses to papers filed by respondent lawyers., • Decides what evidence to present during disciplinary hearings, determines how to admit evidence, conducts legal research, and prepares witnesses., • Decides what evidentiary objections or stipulations are appropriate to make, presents opening statements and closing arguments, and must be able to effectively examine and cross-examine witnesses., • Represents ODC in conducting settlement conferences as ordered by a hearing officer., • Briefs and argues discipline and disability cases in appeals to the Disciplinary Board and Supreme Court, and organizes facts and ODC’s arguments in a clear, cogent manner., • Responds to questions from the Board and the Court during oral arguments., • Prepares interim suspension petitions to the Washington Supreme Court if a lawyer fails to cooperate during the investigation, receives a felony conviction, declares a disability, presents an immediate threat to the public, or after the Disciplinary Board recommends disbarment., • Evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of each case to make sanction recommendations., • Performs other duties as assigned, which include consulting with members about the conduct of other members, presenting CLEs, coordinating with Adjunct Trial Counsel, Adjunct Investigative Counsel, or Special Disciplinary Counsel, and providing staff support or liaison to groups, committees, and special task forces within and outside of ODC.Education Required:, • Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor or Law Clerk Program Completion.Experience Required:, • Minimum 2 years practicing law, including litigation experience; active Washington license to practice law.Experience Preferred:, • 7 or more years practicing law with experience in both criminal and civil areas and/or appeals is preferred.Competencies (Skills/Abilities) Required:, • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion., • Excellent oral and written communication skills., • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills., • Advanced attention to detail., • Ability to work with minimal supervision., • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information., • Ability to adapt to changing technological requirements., • Proficiency in legal research., • Advanced knowledge of legal procedures (will train on specific lawyer discipline procedures)., • Teamwork and professionalism. Employment with the Washington State Bar Association mandates that WSBA Staff must reside within the State of Washington at the time of hire, and during active employment status. The essential functions of the job that must be performed, with or without a reasonable accommodation: This position must be able to regularly work five days per week in an office type environment (remote or in office), possess the ability to primarily sit/stand and use a computer, and lift/push/pull items weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to operate a computer keyboard, and other standard office equipment (e.g., printer/scanner/fax/telephone). This position must be able to read, write, and speak with others in English. WSBA Benefits Include: • State of Washington Retirement system (DRS/PERS), including an optional Deferred Compensation Plan, • Medical benefits (including Rx) through the WA Healthcare Authority, with WSBA paying a majority of the premium cost., • 100% paid premiums for employee Dental and Vision, • Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Plans, • Generous Paid Time Off Benefits (sick, vacation, holiday, float, emergency leave), • Transportation incentives, *based on a primary work selection requirements, • Allowance to set up a home office, *based on a Remote work selection option, • Free Employee Assistance Program, and National Employee Discount Program, • You will be working with a team of supportive, collaborative, creative, and dedicated colleagues driven to accomplish WSBA’s Mission WSBA Staff must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis, upon hire. This position is not eligible for Sponsorship. WSBA administers pre-employment background screening upon a contingent verbal offer, and prior to hire. The WSBA is subject to Washington State Court Rules General Rule (GR) 12.4, which specifies the Bar’s responsibility and process to provide public access to Bar records. The Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) operates under the delegated authority of the Washington Supreme Court and exercises a governmental function authorized by the Washington Supreme Court to license and regulate the state’s nearly 40,000 legal professionals, including lawyers, limited practice officers, and limited license legal technicians. The WSBA both regulates legal professionals under the authority of the Court and serves its members as a professional association — all without public funding. The WSBA administers the bar admission process, including the bar exam; provides record-keeping and licensing functions; administers the lawyer discipline system. and provides continuing legal education for legal professionals, in addition to numerous other educational and member-service activities. The WSBA is committed to fostering a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements contained in this job announcement are not necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time. Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) Benefit Summary, Compensation Philosophy and Compensation Grid

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